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Longenecker & Associates Project Engineer III in Los Alamos, New Mexico
OVERVIEW Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Project Engineer III to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts. L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family. POSITION DESCRIPTION Supervises the engineering activity (all disciplines) on a project, or designated portions of a project, for a global business unit. Plans and directs engineering assignments on the project. Demonstrates technical responsibilities for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating these assignments. Candidate will perform as lead technical representative for engineering activities pertaining to planning, design, execution and closeout of Design Change Forms (DCF) in accordance with the LANL Engineering Standards Manual (ESM) and applicable national and nuclear codes and standards, e.g., NEC, IBC, ASME, NFPA, ASCE, etc.; lead and manage design development of DCFs from a subcontracted A/E; provide support to subcontracted equipment fabrication and subcontracted construction / equipment installation. Candidate will also verify A/E design compliance at each design development stage, i.e., 30/60/90/100 percent maturity. Specific requirements and responsibilities include but are not limited to, Manage technical requirements during design, fabrication, execution and testing. Work with and coordinate interfaces among design, execution, A/E, SMEs and others. Work with an Integrated Project Team (IPT) to ensure scope, requirements, safety, and schedule are implemented and maintained. Manage and process deviation requests, nonconformances, requests for information and changes to issued design when needed. Support fabrication and execution activities and schedules through progress tracking. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS A bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Ability to work in a diverse work environment, Pre-placement physical examination, which includes drug screening, and inclusion in random drug testing program, Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values At least 6 years of relevant work experience. Relevant work experience can be satisfied by nuclear work in the DOD, DOE or commercial nuclear industry space, to include activities such as project design, design supervision, program support or similar, and working with subcontracts. Familiarity with project cost and scheduling, and aptitude to become a certified Control Account Manager (CAM) under the Earned Value Management System. Excellent verbal and written communications as well as comfortable working skills in desktop automation. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Advanced degrees, FE certification, PE registration and previous CAM experience are highly desirable. LOCATION Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) Position will be primarily on-site. LANL is a multidisciplinary research institution dedicated to enhancing national security by ensuring the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile, developing technologies to reduce threats from weapons of mass destruction, and solving problems related to energy, environment, infrastructure, health, and global security concerns. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. SALARY AND BENEFITS As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more. L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.